2. y = b x base exponent b > 0 b ≠ 1

3.  Exponent - The exponent of a number says how many times to use the number in a multiplication For example 2 3 = 2 * 2 * 2 = 8  Negative Exponent: Indicates the base is in the wrong position (reciprocate the base and change the exponent to positive) For example:

4.  Asymptote – an imaginary vertical or horizontal line that a graph approaches but does not cross x = for a vertical asymptote y = for a horizontal asymptote

5.  When putting fractions in the calculator always put them in parentheses.  To write an exponent you can use the ^ key on the calculator 3^ x.  You must also put the exponent in parentheses if it is more than one term.

8.  Ensure that your plots are off when graphing since we are not doing scatter plots at this time.  If your graph does not show up press zoom and then 6 for the standard form of the graphing window.  To view the relationship between the graph and the table press TRACE  When you want to work on the graph press GRAPH.  When you want to work on the table press TABLE (2 nd graph).